Surgical Technician

It starts with heart. That is what you will do each day. As a Surgical Technician at Monument Health, you will be valued as an essential team member providing compassionate patient focused care. You will discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, andmost importantlya life-changing career. You will make a difference. Every day.

As a Surgical Technologist, you will function as a member of the surgery team in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities before, during, and after surgery. You will handle the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. As a Surgical Technologist at Monument Health, you understand the procedure being performed and anticipate the needs of the surgeon. You have the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and constantly maintain the sterile field.

Our vision at Monument Health is to be one team, to listen, to be inclusive, and to show we care. To do the right thing. Every time. If you share this philosophy, we hope you'll join us.

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

• Supportive work culture
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage
• Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account
• Instant pay is available for qualifying positions
• Paid Time Off Accrual Bank
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions (extra pay for working evening, nights, or weekends)
• Flexible scheduling

Essential Functions:

• Performs interventions, skills, and procedures consistent with accepted standards of surgical practice, policies, and procedures in the surgical suite. These include, but are not limited to: preparing the Operating Room to include necessary supplies and equipment as indicated by the patient's status; providing appropriate safety and comfort measures to the patient; providing proper patient transfer and positioning; assuring maintenance of asepsis and sterile field; assuring well-being of patient including fluid balance and skin integrity; competency in equipment, supplies, and their usage; investigating unfamiliar procedures, techniques, and medications; demonstrating organizational ability by using time, equipment, and personnel effectively; knowing and performing correct sterilization procedures; assuring minimal time loss between cases; utilizing physician preference cards.
• Handles unanticipated events and crisis situations in a professional manner. Is alert to potential problems and notifies appropriate individuals as necessary.
• Performs the technical procedures necessary for job responsibilities in a safe, effective, efficient, legal, and professional manner. Is responsible for own education, personal growth, and development. Takes timely action & appropriately plans for cases with consideration of individual needs.
• Utilizes organizational assets appropriately which includes supplies, equipment, time, and property. Manages room and supplies to promote use of only items needed in case and questions waste.
• Establishes, maintains, and monitors the surgical environment to ensure that the potential for infection is reduced by proper sterilization, decontamination, and disinfection procedures.
• Willing to assist in other roles to keep costs down and quality high.
• Consistently performs appropriate counts per OR policy as evidenced by observation/chart review.
• Support the Institution by operating in an efficient and cost-effective manner while projecting a positive image to the community.
• Supports process improvement by addressing situations that are of concern and follows through with appropriate intervention.
• The Surgical Technologist ensures that all required elements are in place for efficient completion of any and all procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements:

Required:

Rapid City & Spearfish Markets:

• Education - Associate in a Healthcare related field OR the following certification
• Certification - Within 12-months of hire Surgical Technician Certificate from an accredited program

Rapid City Market CV Team:

• Education - Associate in a Healthcare related field OR the following certification
• Certification - Within 12-months of hire Surgical Technician Certificate from an accredited program
• Work Experience - 2+ years cardiovascular experience

Monument Health Orthopedic Specialty Hospital:

• Education: High School Diploma/GED Equivalent AND completion of a Registered Surgical Apprenticeship Program
• Certification: Surgical Tech Certified (ST-C) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or Surgical Technician Certificate from an accredited program within 12 months of hire

Preferred:

• Work Experience - 1+ years of Surgical Technologist Experience; 1+ years of Healthcare Experience
• Certification - Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Association of Surgical Technologies (AST); or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Nation Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

Physical Requirements: Heavy work - exerting up to 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or up to 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or up to 100 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time), and or up to 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances. Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours), which may include night shifts or occasional irregular hours.

Job Category: Nursing

Job Family: Surgical Services

Shift: Regular

Employee Type: 70 Monument Health Orthopedic and Specialty Hospital

Make a difference. Every day. Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.